$103 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Portland (PDX)

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Popular airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland International Airport (PDX)

Cheap Flights from Detroit to Portland (DTW-PDX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $103 for one-way flights and $159 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 27
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$159 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Detroit to Portland, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $159 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 11
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$171 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Portland, returning Sat, Oct 11, priced at $171 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Sun, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 28
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$189 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 7 from Detroit to Portland, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $189 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 15
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$194 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Detroit to Portland, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $194 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 20
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$201 Roundtrip, just found
$201
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 17 from Detroit to Portland, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $201 just found
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Thu, Oct 9
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$209 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Detroit to Portland, returning Thu, Oct 9, priced at $209 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 28
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$212 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Detroit to Portland, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $212 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 21
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$216 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Detroit to Portland, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $216 found 10 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 14
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$239 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Detroit to Portland, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $239 found 21 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 17
DTW
Detroit
PDX
Portland
$287 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from Detroit to Portland, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $287 found 17 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Portland (PDX)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $149 - $305 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Portland

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Portland Intl. PDX. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 17 minutes. Flights from $522
PDX
Portland Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center17 min
Flights from $522
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Portland (PDX)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Portland Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$153
Distance
1947 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 43 mins

Detroit to Portland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Portland

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Detroit to Portland are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Portland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Portland

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Portland: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Detroit to Portland

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Detroit to Portland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $103 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Detroit to Portland flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Detroit to Portland airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $103 or cheap return flight from $159 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Traveling in September may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between DTW and PDX. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare different airlines, flight durations and fares all in one place. Customize the search to your preferences, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find out which carrier offers the cheapest DTW to PDX flight.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
There aren't any daily direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX). But you can book flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be on your way before you know it.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to PDX?
You'll usually find Tuesday the quietest day for flights, while Fridays tend to be the busiest.* However this can change from season to season and during public holidays or peak travel times.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to PDX?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to fly straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) without any holdups. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 90%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
Select a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from DTW to PDX are usually more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start looking for flights well in advance. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to PDX flight and hotel package?
Booking a DTW to PDX flight and hotel package tends to be cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Portland Intl. Airport (PDX)?
If you booked your DTW to PDX flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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